New Releases by Tonya Lewis Lee

A hilarious first novel that provides a peek into the world of the super-rich, super-connected African Americans in Manhattan. Lauren is trying to be an independent woman, starting her own documentary film company, but it''s difficult when you''re married to Ed Thomas, one of the wealthiest African-American businessmen in the country -- and particularly when he seems to have a roving eye. Manny is an up-and-coming gay real estate agent who arrived in Manhattan from Alabama with only the clothes on his back. He''s made his way to the top of his profession--yet he still wants more. Tandy is one of the "ladies who lunch" -- but she''s desperate to reinvent herself and find a new source of cash flow. As we follow these three and other characters in this compelling first novel, we see the fascinating world of New York City''s upper-crust African American society with all their scandals, foibles and skeletons in the closet revealed.

“On some days your dreams may seem too far away to realize… Listen to the whispers of those that came before...” People throughout history have taken giant steps toward improving the world—but even the smallest step makes a difference. A wonderful and inspiring gift, Giant Steps to Change the World encourages readers to follow in the footsteps of those who came before, to reject fears of inadequacy, and to ponder what they can contribute to society.

Go back to bed, baby, please, baby, please. Not on your HEAD, baby baby baby, please ... From moments fussy to fond, Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Spike Lee and his wife, producer Tonya Lewis Lee, present a behind-the-scenes look at the chills, spills, and unequivocal thrills of bringing up baby Vivid illustrations from celebrated artist Kadir Nelson evoke toddlerhood from sandbox to high chair to crib, and families everywhere will delight in sharing these exuberant moments again and again.

Following the success of Please, Baby, Please, Academy Award-winner Spike Lee and his wife share the excitement of two toddlers who meet their match and go through the adventures of trying to take care of a very naughty puppy. The Lee duo give readers an unleashed, close-up look at a baby''s first pet and with illustrations by Kadir Nelson, Please, Puppy, Please will delight families and children.